One place. Many paths. Your experience,
your way!
in-person
+35
26th – 30th January, 2026
What we offer
Summer Week is designed to give you the freedom to create your own path. You’ll find spaces to contribute, learn, connect, explore, and grow, all at your own rhythm.
You choose what to join. You shape your week!
What can I do during the week?
Contribute
Learn & Share
Empowerment Program
Explore &
Connect
Work
Remote
Innovation Track
Morning
Welcome & framing with Andy + JP in Punta del Este
Midday
> Lightning perspectives from participants
> Systems-mapping: What is actually changing in the stack?
> Breakouts on AI-native workflows, cloud + software-defined video, rights & provenance, and operational constraints
Afternoon
Free time & networking Night Cocktails & Dinner with Uruguayan key players
Are you interested in this weekend experience? Lear more here
Morning
> Deep dives into the highest-signal themes
> Participant-led case study riffs
> Co-creation of the white paper outline
> Identifying key patterns, future trajectories & collaboration paths
OUTPUTS
Framework for the working paper: “Designing the Next Layer of MediaTech.”
Non-attributable session notes, list of continued collaboration opportunities.
Night
Trip to Montevideo (2 hrs) to kick off summer week.
Morning
Arrival & catch-up time w/ the community
Midday
Networking lunch w/Qualabs team
Afternoon
Hands-on working session of the Open-source Summer Project (MoQ + CoPilot SPTE)
Night
Campfire Welcome
Morning
Collaboration Summer Project
Midday
Lunch with Summer
Project team
Afternoon
Video Tech Day:
(Tech talks 15–20 min · Lightning talks 3–5 min · Roundtable discussion 1h)
Topics you’ll find throughout the day:
> Ingest & Media Preparation
> Encoding & Quality
> Packaging & Delivery
> Real-Time & Interactive Media
> Advertising & SGAI
> AI Across the Pipeline
> Security & Provenance
Night
Wrap up the day with sunset & drinks at the highest building in Montevideo
Morning
Montevideo Old City Tour
> AI Workshop & Hackathon 3hrs
Hands-on session led by our tech team to explore practical applications of AI inside the video pipeline.
> Summer Project Demo 1.5hrs
Showcase of what the teams achieved after 3 months of remote collaboration on this edition’s open-source projects.
Night
After Party: Includes traditional food and surprise activities
Morning
Breakfast at Uruguay’s historic Parque Central + tour of Centenario Stadium
Midday
Visit to a local winery near Montevideo
Night
Free time to explore the city
Morning
Trip to Punta del Este
(2h from MVD)
Midday
Week Closing BBQ (Asado) in the Summer House
Afternoon
Return to Montevideo
(~5 PM)
Night
Free evening & flights back home
Contribute track
Give back to the video-tech community
If you’ve been collaborating on a Summer Project, this is your moment to wrap it up, celebrate, and share.
We’ll close this cycle with a vibrant hybrid demo day, where teams showcase what they built over three months of remote work.
You’ll meet collaborators in person, test what you created, and connect your work with the community.
Everyone is welcome to attend the demos! It’s a moment to be inspired, ask questions, and celebrate open-source impact.
Learn & Share track
Learn & Share > Tech Talks & Meetups
Each day, you’ll have the chance to join talks, panels, and conversations on everything from video standards to real-world tech challenges.
Speakers come from global companies and indie projects alike.
Expect peer-to-peer sharing, questions, and lots of new perspectives.
empowering women TRACK
Dedicated to empowering women in the video-tech industry
Led by Sofía Labadie (VP of Operations at Qualabs), this track is a space for women across the video-tech world to grow, connect, and lead.
We explore leadership, confidence, and shared challenges in a welcoming, real, and human way.
This track is inclusive, intimate, and built around trust.
Cultural track
Experience our city like a local
Summer Week is also a chance to experience Montevideo, its people, food, and rhythm.
You’ll enjoy city tours, see the best sunsets in town, casual local meetups, and (yes) probably eat a lot of typical food of Uruguay!
work remotely TRACK
Stay connected, keep working
Summer Week is flexible by design.
You can take a call, finish that deadline, and still be part of the conversations.
We provide:
- Quiet workspaces
- Fast WiFi
- A culture that supports balancing work and participation
Whether you’re on PTO, remote, or in between, you won’t miss out.
NEW Innovation track
Invite-only · January 23–25
Led by JP Saibene and Andy Beach this experience opens the door to deeper, future-shaping conversations.
A space for thinking, away from the noise, just before the full Summer energy kicks in.
Explore challenges shaping the future of media & tech
Strategic sessions with other industry peers
Share early ideas in a safe, closed-door format
Connect across roles and backgrounds
FAQ
We don’t just run an event, we care about your experience!
Every journey is different, and we’re here to help you shape yours. From daily flow to who you travel with, we’ll be by your side.
Do I need to be part of a Summer Project to attend?
Not at all. Summer Week is open to everyone who’s part of, or curious about the video-tech ecosystem. Some people come to reconnect, others to explore new ideas, meet the community, or simply be inspired by what others are building.
Can I bring my partner or family?
Absolutely! Many participants come with family — Uruguay is safe and welcoming. We take that seriously: we’ll suggest activities based on your interests, help you plan special moments, and make sure everyone feels part of the experience.
Is the week compatible with remote work or PTO?
Absolutely. Many participants mix their workday with the Summer Week experience, and our offices are ready for that! You’ll find quiet spaces and fast WiFi.
If you’re a partner of Qualabs, you can co-work alongside the team you already collaborate with remotely. Whether you join meetings, share space or just enjoy lunch together. It’s a great chance to strengthen your everyday connection.
“This was my first time in South America, and I honestly didn’t know what to expect. But it turned out to be a fantastic introduction. Lovely people, lovely country. Even not speaking Spanish, I felt truly welcome.
Where I come from, in Eastern Europe, many people never leave their country.. So being here, experiencing how others think and live, is something powerful. This week has been an incredible reminder of how much we can gain from stepping outside our comfort zone.”
“I talked to Casey beforehand, and he just said: ‘I don’t know how to explain it. You just need to go.’ And he was right. We brought the whole family, it was a stretch for us. But the Qualabs team was incredible: helping us get set up, supporting us as a family! This is a chance to experience a part of the world you might not go to otherwise. To meet people you wouldn’t meet otherwise. It shows you how much bigger the tech community really is and how valuable it is to share ideas and perspectives beyond your bubble.”
“I’ve known the Qualabs folks for many years, so I expected amazing hospitality. And it was exceeded by ten times. I also expected to connect with a few of your team members, and that’s been absolutely amazing. The people here they’re curious, smart, and generous. They give as much as they take. If someone at Demuxed or any conference asked me ‘Why Uruguay?’ I’d say: because it’s a really special place. More than the video the hospitality and the people were an experience I’ll never forget.”
«My expectation was to build connections in a more intimate environment with professionals and friends in the industry. I also wanted to find opportunities to share my knowledge and enjoy. But this has far exceeded my expectations. It’s been enlightening, empowering and deeply memorable. I’ll definitely come back and bring more people. This is an opportunity to do something not just for your job, but for yourself and your career something beyond your current role.»
«I came here for the Summer Project 2025, It’s very good to be in Montevideo — it’s my first time here, and it was completely different from what I thought it would be.
The parties and the tech talks were incredible. Montevideo turned out to be so much more than I expected. The people here are amazing. And everyone came from all over the world: Europe, North America, and I’m here from Brasil. It was great to meet everyone and exchange ideas in all those talks.»
Ready to live your Summer Week?
This is more than an event. It’s a moment to pause, connect, and grow — with people who care.
One place. Many paths.
Your experience, your way!
$28.90M
120+
“I try not to have expectations when I come, everything is so well planned that I just go with the flow. And I’ve yet to have a bad experience. This year I brought my family, and I was a bit worried at first, but that was dumb. Everyone was so kind and welcoming. My son already asked if we can come back.You even arranged amazing soccer experiences for him, which gave me space to talk tech with friends in the industry.
If someone asks me, I just say: go to Montevideo. I said it last year, and I’ll say it again and again. I love it here and I’m coming back.”